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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Pickpocketing Scam
Organized pickpockets target tourists in crowded areas using distraction techniques.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Metro stations, tourist attractions, crowded streets
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Criminals work in teams → One distracts the victim → Another steals wallet or phone → They disappear quickly in crowded places
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Close contact, sudden distractions, crowded areas, group coordination
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Keep valuables minimal, stay alert, avoid distractions, never chase thieves
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